ultrasound protocol for scanning the appendix

Appendix Assess: Appendix lumen Appendix diameter Appendix compressibility Presence of free fluid ( peri-appendiceal / pelvic) Point of maximal tenderness Other causes of RIF pain (gynae / gall bladder / renal / pericolic collection) Standard documentation: Longitudinal appendix Transverse appendix with diameter measurement with and without graded compression Pelvis sagittal midline for free fluid Non compressible appendix include clip store of compression

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